Question 1

I need some quick-setting permament glue/epoxy for small copper pipe pieces that won't be used for plumbing. Is this my best option?

Accepted Answer

Loctite Weld is very similar to JB Weld, and I think both would work for the application.  However, what I found with Loctite Weld is that once you open it, it won't last very long before it hardens in the tube, even when the two components are not yet mixed.  I contacted Loctite when I thought something was wrong with the package I got, and they confirmed that once open, it will harden.  I've never known JB Weld to do that, so for the slightly higher price, I've gone back to using JB Weld exclusively, simply because you can use it all up if you use it in small quantities.

Question 2

Could I use this to glue a metal hinge to a plastic arm? Glasses :) The hinge was inset into the plastic arm with some kind of glue that came apart...

Accepted Answer

Yes, if you have already bought it.  But if you haven't, I'd recommend JB Weld, as it is a little stronger, and lasts a long time after being opened, whereas the Loctite epoxy doesn't last long after it is opened, even if you cap it right away.  I wrote Loctite about that, and they acknowledged that once opened, it won't last very long.

Question 3

Does this epoxy conduct electricity ?

Accepted Answer

No it does not and I just checked it with my OHM Meter to make sure.

Question 4

Can I use this to seal a crack on an aluminum engine to keep oil from leaking?

Accepted Answer

If you get the aluminum super clean it might hold for a while if there isn't too much pressure, but it seems more like you need to get a good machine shopl to fix that engine block.

ASIN	B0044F9JWM
Best Sellers Rank	#1,058,152 in Industrial & Scientific ( See Top 100 in Industrial & Scientific ) #1,029 in Tile Epoxy Adhesives
Brand Name	Loctite
Color	Metallic gray
Compatible Material	Metal, Glass, Ceramic, Wood, Many Rigid Plastics, China, Tile, Fiberglass, Concrete, Stone
Container Type	Tube
Customer Reviews	4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (521)
Full Cure Time	24 hours
Global Trade Identification Number	00079340685789
Included Components	refer to technical data sheet
Item Form	Paste
Item Package Quantity	1
Item Type Name	Epoxy Weld Bonding Compound
Item Weight	2.4 ounces
Manufacturer	Henkel Corporation
Material Type	Epoxy resin / Amine hardener
Model	2040806
Number of Pieces	2
Other Special Features of the Product	Water Resistant
Part Number	1360700
Specific Uses For Product	Repair, Woodworking, Metal, Furniture, Automotive
Tensile Strength	3000 psi
UPC	079340685789
Viscosity Level	High
Volume	59 ml
Water Resistance Level	Water Resistant

Epoxy Weld Bonding Compound Adhesive System, 1 Tube of Hardener, 1 Tube of Resin

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